Phillip Jose George, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away at home on January 5, 2024. Born January 24, 1956, in Queens, New York to Roland and Dorothy George. The family moved to southside of Columbus, Ohio, in Lincoln Park. “Phil” spent his childhood playing lead Guitar like one of his favorite guitar players, Jimi Hendrix, who was also left-handed. Phil would play lead guitar and Jesse Ervin, Jr. played bass Guitar in their band. His brother Joe encouraged him to join the military. While in the Air Force, he became interested in technology, then went on to attend Franklin University. He earned a Bachelor Science degree in Computer Engineer. While in his last years of college and military, he met the love of his life, Helaine Smith George. They went on to have three amazing children, Alexis Dyana George, Winston Roland George, and Carlos Jose George.
Family: Parents, Roland and Dorothy George (Deceased); Brothers and Sisters, Stanford Straughter, Ronald Straughter (Deceased), Vincent (Joe) Straughter, Doris Borden, Conrad George, Anthony George, Christopher George, Liza George-Dolan, Stuart George; Aunt, Norma George; Cousin, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley George, Lifelong Friend, Jesse Ervin Jr, Caley Chapman, Jeff Ogden, and Ted.
Visitation 10:00am and Funeral 11:00am Monday, January 15, 2024 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.
Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.
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Uncle Phil — unfortunately, it’s been too long since we last saw one another face-to-face; yet I can still see your bright smile or the way you would reflectively stroke your chin when in thought. May your wife and children accept my deepest condolences for such a sudden loss.
Phillip was a beautiful person, with the greatest sense of humor. He loved family and always stayed in touch..He made it known how much he loved his family and wife and children…I will really miss his phone Calls and all the memories we shared…Rest in Heaven Cousin, we loved you….
My name is Pamela Smith and I reside in Amarillo Texas…Helaine is my cousin…my mom…my brother and I met Philip some years back and his passing touched our hearts. Sending Thoughts and Prayers to the family. Rest In Paradise Philip.
I’m going to miss you more than you know. You were more than just a brother, you were MY big brother and you will always be MY big brother. It hurts not being there, but you are always here. Rest, we will be together again someday. I love you man….